Toronto,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biochemistry - Signal Transduction in Toronto Canada | University of Toronto
University of Toronto
|
Toronto Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
6,210
(c. USD4,452.32)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Biochemistry explores molecular mechanisms behind biological activities, forming the foundation for all life science fields. Our graduate program offers students access to state-of-the-art research facilities, pursuing Master of Science and PhD degrees across diverse specializations. These include examining structure-function relationships in biomolecules like proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids, as well as complex systems such as cellular membranes and organelles.
Cellular signaling pathways control crucial biological functions including growth, development, and specialization. These pathways frequently involve sequential protein kinase activations that ultimately alter gene expression and cell behavior. Department researchers investigate various signaling aspects: cell cycle control, developmental signaling, immune response triggers, neural communication, metabolic regulation, platelet activation mechanisms, and structural biology of signaling components.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are generally required to have an MSc degree in biochemistry or in a closely related subject area with high academic standing.
Applicants whose primary language is not English and who graduated from a non-Canadian university where the language of instruction was not English must provide Test of
Letter of Intent (submitted electronically) 1 2 pages
Curriculum Vitae (submitted electronically) 1 3 pages
Three letters of reference (submitted electronically)
Official transcripts from ALL university programs attended (submitted electronically).
Note: Transcripts from Canadian Universities only: a PDF print out from your schools online student record system will be accepted in lieu of scanned official transcripts for the review process Provided that it includes your name and grading legend.
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Test of Written English (TWE) scores:
paper-based TOEFL: minimum 580 score and 5 on the TWE
Internet-based TOEFL: minimum 93/120 score and 22/30 on the writing and speaking sections.
In the absence of TOEFL results, an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of at least 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component is also acceptable.
Applicants whose primary language is not English and who graduated from a non-Canadian university where the language of instruction was not English must provide Test of
Letter of Intent (submitted electronically) 1 2 pages
Curriculum Vitae (submitted electronically) 1 3 pages
Three letters of reference (submitted electronically)
Official transcripts from ALL university programs attended (submitted electronically).
Note: Transcripts from Canadian Universities only: a PDF print out from your schools online student record system will be accepted in lieu of scanned official transcripts for the review process Provided that it includes your name and grading legend.
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and Test of Written English (TWE) scores:
paper-based TOEFL: minimum 580 score and 5 on the TWE
Internet-based TOEFL: minimum 93/120 score and 22/30 on the writing and speaking sections.
In the absence of TOEFL results, an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of at least 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component is also acceptable.
Tuition
CAD
6,210